{"id":2393,"date":"2025-08-29T09:42:03","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T16:42:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/?p=2393"},"modified":"2025-08-29T09:42:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T16:42:03","slug":"fall-2025-hr-learning-series-workshops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/2025\/08\/29\/fall-2025-hr-learning-series-workshops\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall, 2025 HR Learning Series Workshops"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2401 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/files\/2025\/08\/Employee-Training-Strategies-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"427\" height=\"297\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/files\/2025\/08\/Employee-Training-Strategies-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/files\/2025\/08\/Employee-Training-Strategies-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/ufv-at-work\/files\/2025\/08\/Employee-Training-Strategies.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/>Check out this huge variety of HR Learning Series workshops being offered this fall &#8211; there&#8217;s something for everyone! Sign up today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Workload Management from the Lens of Life Management<\/strong><br \/>\nIn this 90-minute workshop, you\u2019ll discover how to manage your workload more effectively by viewing work as just one part of your broader life picture. Learn practical strategies to manage your time, energy, and priorities in a way that aligns with your personal values and well-being. By integrating techniques like time blocking, and prioritization with the Eisenhower Matrix, and setting clear boundaries, you\u2019ll gain the tools to improve productivity without sacrificing your health, relationships, or personal goals. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to find a better balance, reduce stress, and align their work with a more fulfilling life.<\/p>\n<p>Date: September 23rd, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:30:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Wellness Works Canada<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ieoe_Wi8R9-9KrM65e3q8A#\/registration\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ieoe_Wi8R9-9KrM65e3q8A#\/registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Freeing up Mental Clutter for Focus and Clarity<\/strong><br \/>\nIn a hustle culture, we often get caught up in working harder, not smarter. We have limited bandwidth, resources, limited time, and more and more on our plates. In this interactive session, join us to learn tips and tricks to declutter your mind to work smarter to reach your potential. Learning outcomes include:<br \/>\n\u2022 Learn about the connection between productivity, well-being, and innovation at an individual, team, and organization level.<br \/>\n\u2022 Have loads of tips and tools to free your mind to work smarter, not harder.<br \/>\n\u2022 Have a personal plan to be healthy and productive at work and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 21st, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:30:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Wellness Works Canada<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/CijmdOBfSu2OdkAhIYgB1A\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/CijmdOBfSu2OdkAhIYgB1A<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Thriving Through Difficult Conversations<\/strong><br \/>\nIn an age of electronic communications and virtual work, many find the nuances of communication to be difficult to decipher. High rates of mental health concerns and online bullying and harassment have reduced patience, tolerance, civility, and respect which can be very damaging to the overall well-being of all parties involved. Join us in an interactive workshop to learn key skills around resilience and how to have those tough conversations with resolve and grace. Participants will receive a copy of their workbook and loads of other tools and resources for future use.<br \/>\nParticipants will:<br \/>\n\u2022 Learn tricks and tips for difficult online and in-person encounters<br \/>\n\u2022 Have actionable steps to manage online bullying and harassment<br \/>\n\u2022 Learn a methodology around having mental health conversations<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 7th, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:30:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Wellness Works Canada<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/ELMsh9O-TzmJClzdWs-rUw\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/ELMsh9O-TzmJClzdWs-rUw<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Three (3) Part Series: Beyond Mindfulness \u2013 Exploring Structural Opportunities for Change in the Workplace<\/strong><br \/>\nIn this HR learning Series, participants will learn about different approaches to supporting and maintaining health and \u201cresilience\u201d in the workplace. In parts I and II of the learning series, a specific focus will be on moving beyond individualized understandings of health and resiliency towards examining how health and resiliency in the workplace is socially organized. In doing so, participants will develop a \u201cstructural competency\u201d lens to issues in the workplace. In part III of the<br \/>\nseries, participants will collaborate to create a focused action plan, identifying one or two constructive strategies to enhance workplace well-being and support positive organizational change within the university.<br \/>\n<strong>*Please note this is a 3-part series, and you would need to register and attend all sessions as part 3 builds on part 1 and 2*<\/strong><br \/>\nBio: Dr. Michael K. Corman is an Associate Professor (Sociology) at UFV and a medical sociologist by training. His research has appeared in numerous peer reviewed publications, including his book, Paramedics on and off the streets: Emergency medical services in the age of technological governance.<\/p>\n<p>Date: September 26, October 10, October 24, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:30 PM \u2013 2:30 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Abbotsford, A225 (Oct 10, 24); C1429 (Sept 26)<br \/>\nRegister &#8211; September 26: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402909693659?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402909693659?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><br \/>\nOctober 10: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402929833899?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402929833899?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><br \/>\nOctober 24: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402960224799?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/beyond-mindfulness-exploring-structural-opportunities-for-change-tickets-1402960224799?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Stress Busters<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen stressors overwhelm us, effective techniques can help to bring us back to equilibrium. This session will explore all aspects of the stress response, focusing on practical tips and tools to bring us to optimal stress levels, thereby helping us to maximize our energy and performance. During the half-day workshop, participants will gain additional stress management strategies and have opportunities to discuss how these skills can be applied in their daily lives.<\/p>\n<p>Date: September 17, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Lauren Brown, Homewood Health<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/stress-busters-tickets-1403029542129?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/stress-busters-tickets-1403029542129?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Improving Workplace Communication<\/strong><br \/>\nSuccessful work groups are comprised of individuals who know how to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders in a variety of settings and circumstances. This session will review the key skills that enhance our ability to work well with others by providing information about speaking confidently and assertively, creating a supportive communication climate, listening effectively, and asking clear questions.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 6, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Ronaye Coulson, Homewood Health<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/improving-workplace-communication-tickets-1402946864839?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/improving-workplace-communication-tickets-1402946864839?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Psychological Hygiene<\/strong><br \/>\nFrom a very young age we adopt common physical hygiene habits such as brushing our teeth washing our hands and taking regular showers. What about hygiene habits that focus on our mental health? This one-hour hour, interactive session will increase participant awareness and understanding of psychological hygiene and highlight the factors that can promote and preserve good mental health. Participants will gain practical tools and resources to activate their own personal psychological hygiene practice<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 23, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Ronaye Coulson, Homewood Health<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/psychological-hygiene-tickets-1403044557039?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/psychological-hygiene-tickets-1403044557039?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Inner Strength<\/strong><br \/>\nThis session will explore self-esteem, self-confidence and self-efficacy, all important components of inner strength, as well as the benefits of practicing self-compassion. Participants will be introduced to a variety of theories and concepts around these topics, have the opportunity to complete self-assessments and learn strategies to help build a stronger sense of self.<\/p>\n<p>Date: November 4, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Ronaye Coulson, Homewood Health<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/inner-strength-tickets-1403059672249?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/inner-strength-tickets-1403059672249?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Eating Plan for Stress Management<\/strong><br \/>\nStress is a common workplace challenge that can have a mental and physical impact on well-being. Eating habits play a significant role in helping the body combat stress; yet as stress mounts, even healthy employees can see their eating habits deteriorate. In this session, participants will learn how the right foods can increase their energy levels, boost their immune defense, and allow for mental clarity. The session will also explore what participants can do to maintain a balanced diet that promotes a stress-free lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>Date: November 19, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Megan Wong, Homewood Health<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/eating-plan-for-stress-management-tickets-1403063593979?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/eating-plan-for-stress-management-tickets-1403063593979?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Jedi Mind Tricks of Influence: Advanced Communication Skills<\/strong><br \/>\nMany professionals in academia have cultivated effective communication skills. Paraphrasing,<br \/>\nstaying curious with open questions, and framing what we wish to say tactfully and strategically<br \/>\nare foundational skills. But what happens in really tough communications when what we<br \/>\nusually say isn\u2019t working? Overcoming resistance, effectively persuading someone of our point<br \/>\nof view, and influencing others to take responsibility and engage in the work can be daunting<br \/>\ntasks for even the most skilled communicator. Participants will examine common<br \/>\ncommunication challenges and review foundational skills, before focusing on advanced<br \/>\ntechniques they don\u2019t teach you in conflict resolution school. Participants will leave with practical skills and strategies they can use right away to maximize their influence on others and<br \/>\nmove the dial to achieve important outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 22, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Neutral Zone<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/jedi-mind-tricks-of-influence-advanced-communication-skills-tickets-1403072410349?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/jedi-mind-tricks-of-influence-advanced-communication-skills-tickets-1403072410349?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Generations at Work<\/strong><br \/>\nIn today\u2019s evolving workplace, professionals from very different life stages and generational<br \/>\nbackgrounds are increasingly working side by side\u2014often with unspoken tensions, mismatched<br \/>\nexpectations, and untapped collaborative potential. This engaging, one-hour virtual workshop,<br \/>\ninvites higher education professionals to explore how generational diversity shapes<br \/>\ncommunication, decision-making, and team dynamics. Through interactive discussion and<br \/>\npractical strategies, participants will examine common challenges and discover tools to foster<br \/>\ngreater understanding, mutual respect, and cross-generational mentorship\u2014essential skills for<br \/>\nthriving in both research and administrative environments.<\/p>\n<p>Date: November 18, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Neutral Zone<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/generations-at-work-tickets-1403090263749?aff=oddtdtcreator\"><strong>https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/generations-at-work-tickets-1403090263749?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Managing Conflict<\/strong><br \/>\nThis course provides training in managing conflict effectively for both managers and employees. It begins with an exploration of workplace conflict types and their organizational impacts, emphasizing the importance of constructive resolution. Participants will delve into conflict dynamics, examining causes, emotional intelligence, and cultural factors influencing conflicts. For employees, the course covers active listening, communication strategies, negotiation, and assertiveness. Managers will focus on mediation, facilitation, and creating supportive environments. The course concludes with strategies for fostering a conflict-competent workplace through feedback cultures and continuous improvement, ensuring participants can apply learned skills effectively in their roles.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 16, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Abbotsford, A203B<br \/>\nFacilitator: Barb Sharp<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/managing-conflict-tickets-1478909922389?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/managing-conflict-tickets-1478909922389?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Awareness<\/strong><br \/>\nHelp workers gain comfort in talking about mental health and mental illness and explore practical ways to build resiliency.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 15, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Geoff Moffatt, Workplace Mental Health Facilitator, Canadian Mental Health Association, BC<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/awareness-tickets-1403102981789?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/awareness-tickets-1403102981789?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Building Trust Across Cultures<\/strong><br \/>\nTrusting relationships are at the foundation of inclusivity. In professional settings, the actions and experiences that establish trust can differ across individuals and cultures.<br \/>\nIn this workshop, we will:<br \/>\n\u2022 discuss why taking time for trust building is vital in multicultural interactions and teams.<br \/>\n\u2022 define different orientations to trust-building and locate our own orientation.<br \/>\n\u2022 learn about the role of empathy and cultural humility in trust building.<br \/>\n\u2022 explore strategies for shifting our approach trust-building in work with colleagues and students.<br \/>\nThis will be an interactive workshop \u2013 be prepared for reflection and application activities. If you have questions or specific scenarios you would like to discuss, please contact Victoria Surtees: Victoria.surtees@ufv.ca<br \/>\nEager to read ahead? Check out these two resources to start reflecting on what trust means to you in the context of communication across cultures.<br \/>\n\u2022 Ward, R. (2019). Building trust before truth: How non-indigenous Canadians become Allies. https:\/\/animikii.com\/news\/building-trust-before-truth-how-non-indigenous-canadians-become-allies<br \/>\n\u2022 Meyer, E. (2016). The head or the heart: Two types of trust and how they grow, The culture map: Decoding how people think, lead, and get things done across cultures. PublicAffairs.<\/p>\n<p>Date: November 6th, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:30 AM \u2013 11:30 AM<br \/>\nLocation: Abbotsford A203B<br \/>\nFacilitator: Victoria Surtees, Teaching &amp; Learning specialist, Internationalization<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/building-trust-across-cultures-tickets-1403132189149?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/building-trust-across-cultures-tickets-1403132189149?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Eldercare Planning 101<\/strong><br \/>\nStephanie Chan is a senior living advisor, and the founder and owner of two companies in the senior living industry. Her first company started in 2007, Home to Home, helps seniors and families with healthcare navigation, care planning, downsizing\/transitions and care management. Her newer venture, myCareBase, helps families find, hire, and manage professional caregivers to help aging parents stay living safely at home. Prior to this, Stephanie practiced law at a national law firm and then as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for a public cleantech company. In her personal time, Stephanie has been very involved on several boards. She is currently on the board of a non-profit called Flavours of Hope. In the past, she has been a board member of several other non-profits, including Make-A-Wish Foundation of BC &amp; Yukon, Museum of Vancouver, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Canada, Goh Ballet Vancouver Society, and the Caregivers\u2019 Association of BC.<br \/>\nAt our session, Stephanie will talk about how to stay involved in helping your parents while balancing a career, what you need to know to make informed decisions relating to your parents\u2019 care, and how to navigate the fragmented senior care and housing system in BC and the various resources available.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 15, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Stephanie Chan, Senior Living Advisor, Home to Home and myCareBase<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/eldercare-planning-101-tickets-1403133192149?aff=oddtdtcreator\"><strong>https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/eldercare-planning-101-tickets-1403133192149?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>The importance of planning your retirement<\/strong><br \/>\nPlanning your retirement is not only necessary but also exciting and fun. Transitioning to a new life stage and lifestyle with different routines, identities, and roles is an important matter. This session allows you to listen, firsthand, to a retiree\u2019s experiences, findings, and major steps for you to reflect on your retirement, whether or not it comes close.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 2, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Jos\u00e9 Lara Portal, retired from IBM Mexico<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/the-importance-of-planning-your-retirement-tickets-1403133844099?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/the-importance-of-planning-your-retirement-tickets-1403133844099?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Making Effective Selection Decisions<\/strong><br \/>\nThis workshop explores the best practices in hiring and is designed to help employees be effective SAC Chairs or members. Topics covered are: purpose of the interview, legal considerations in hiring, job descriptions and competencies, developing interview questions, and deliberation and decision making.<\/p>\n<p>Date: October 28, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 11:30 AM<br \/>\nLocation Abbotsford, A203B<br \/>\nFacilitator: Kelly Murphy and Tara Rozenek, Senior HR Advisors<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/making-effective-selection-decisions-tickets-1403136261329?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/making-effective-selection-decisions-tickets-1403136261329?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Polishing your Interview Skills<\/strong><br \/>\nDo you have dreams about getting promoted but nightmares about the job interview process? In this interactive session you will learn a systematic approach to preparing yourself for a job interview. This session is adaptable for positions of any level. You will learn about types of interview questions and why employers ask them. During the session, you will practice responding to interview questions and get feedback on how to strengthen your responses.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: November 4, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:30 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Abbotsford, A203B<br \/>\nFacilitator: Mark Pearson, Senior Advisor, Human Resources<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/polishing-your-interview-skills-tickets-1403136572259?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/polishing-your-interview-skills-tickets-1403136572259?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Equity Diversity Inclusion 101<\/strong><br \/>\n3-Part Series \u2013 1 set of series in Chilliwack and 1 set of series in Abbotsford<\/p>\n<p>Dates: Abbotsford Campus: September 24, October 1, October 8<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Abbotsford, Room A203B<br \/>\nFacilitator: Sundeep Hans, Director, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/equity-diversity-inclusion-101-tickets-1403142339509?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/equity-diversity-inclusion-101-tickets-1403142339509?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><br \/>\nDates: Chilliwack Campus: October 29, November 5, November 12<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Chilliwack, Room CEPA 2428<br \/>\nFacilitator: Sundeep Hans, Director, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/equity-diversity-inclusion-101-tickets-1403145950309?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/equity-diversity-inclusion-101-tickets-1403145950309?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Safety Series<\/strong><br \/>\nStretching break \u2013 Learn stretches at your desk<\/p>\n<p>Date &amp; Location: October 16th, 2025<br \/>\n12:00 PM \u2013 12:30 PM<br \/>\nOnline, Teams<br \/>\nFacilitator: Jason Dallavalle, Manager, Environmental Health &amp; Safety<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/stretching-break-learn-stretches-at-your-desk-tickets-1481835924139?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/stretching-break-learn-stretches-at-your-desk-tickets-1481835924139?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Incidents \/ near misses &amp; hazard reporting<\/strong><br \/>\nDate &amp; Location: November 6th, 2025<br \/>\n12:00 PM \u2013 12:30 PM<br \/>\nOnline, Teams<br \/>\nFacilitator: Jason Dallavalle, Manager, Environmental Health &amp; Safety<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/incidents-near-misses-hazard-reporting-tickets-1481837268159?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/incidents-near-misses-hazard-reporting-tickets-1481837268159?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ergonomics<\/strong><br \/>\nDate &amp; Location: December 3rd, 2025<br \/>\n12:00 PM \u2013 12:30 PM<br \/>\nOnline, Teams<br \/>\nFacilitator: Jason Dallavalle, Manager, Environmental Health &amp; Safety<br \/>\nRegister <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/ergonomics-tickets-1481842533909?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/ergonomics-tickets-1481842533909?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Minute Taking<\/strong><br \/>\nThis workshop provides introductory minute-taking skills in a digital environment. Participants will learn the steps in the minute-taking process including agenda, pre-meeting minutes, and minute template skills.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: October 17, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Lisa McMartin<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/minute-taking-tickets-1640790852609?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/minute-taking-tickets-1640790852609?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Advanced Excel<\/strong><br \/>\nLearn advanced skills in Microsoft Excel through Blackboard Collaborate. Topics may include financial functions, table creating and manipulation, PivotTables and PivotCharts, custom formatting, and consolidating data.<br \/>\nDates: October 21, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Courtney Boisvert<br \/>\nRegister: <strong>https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/advanced-excel-tickets-1640795777339?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Advanced Word<\/strong><br \/>\nLearn advanced Microsoft Word skills through Blackboard Collaborate. Topics may include form, index, table of contents, and tab stop creation. Review and revising documents and document protection<\/p>\n<p>Dates: November 18, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Courtney Boisvert<br \/>\nRegister: <strong>https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/advanced-word-tickets-1640803640859?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Social Media Basics<\/strong><br \/>\nThis workshop provides an introductory overview of the social media landscape and the platforms most commonly used today, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Canva. Participants will learn practical approaches to creating and managing content, with opportunities to apply new skills through guided activities.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: November 18, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 9:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Crystal Sylvester<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/social-media-basics-tickets-1640819498289?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/social-media-basics-tickets-1640819498289?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Digital wellbeing for mindful tech use<\/strong><br \/>\nThis workshop aims to provide a deeper understanding of how digital technologies impact our brains, attention, and overall well-being. We will explore key concepts such as neurohormonal influences on behaviors, the science of willpower, attention, and strategies for mindful tech use. The session will combine research and practical &#8220;how-to&#8221; protocols for immediate<\/p>\n<p>Dates: December 9, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Crystal Sylvester<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/digital-wellbeing-for-mindful-tech-use-tickets-1640840170119?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/digital-wellbeing-for-mindful-tech-use-tickets-1640840170119?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>AI Basics<\/strong><br \/>\nThis introductory workshop explores the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its growing role in the tools we use every day. Participants will gain an understanding of what AI is, how it is shaping common technologies, and practical ways it can support both professional and personal tasks. The session will feature demonstrations of popular AI platforms along with discussion of the opportunities, challenges, and considerations around using AI responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: February 3, 2026<br \/>\nTime: 11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Crystal Sylvester<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/ai-basics-tickets-1640842105909?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/ai-basics-tickets-1640842105909?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Fundamentals of Accessible Web Content (With the Accessible BC Act)<\/strong><br \/>\nDiscover how to make your web content inclusive and compliant with the new Accessible BC Act. This workshop will empower you with practical strategies to create accessible, user-friendly digital experiences. Perfect for UFV web editors and content creators looking to champion accessibility on campus and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: October 27, 2025<br \/>\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<br \/>\nLocation: Online, Zoom<br \/>\nFacilitator: Stephanie Jantzen<br \/>\nRegister: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/fundamentals-of-accessible-web-content-with-the-accessible-bc-act-tickets-1640844312509?aff=oddtdtcreator\">https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/fundamentals-of-accessible-web-content-with-the-accessible-bc-act-tickets-1640844312509?aff=oddtdtcreator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>LinkedIn Learning<\/strong><br \/>\nAre there courses on topics you are interested in developing or learning more about that you don\u2019t see in these offerings? Check out LinkedIn Learning, an incredible learning platform available for all UFV employees to access. Or maybe you aren\u2019t able to attend one of the sessions offered, search in LinkedIn Learning, and guaranteed you will find a vast array of courses on this topic.<br \/>\nIf you have not yet activated your UFV LinkedIn Learning account, below are the steps to get started:<\/p>\n<p>1. Activate: login with your UFV SSO and activate your new user account via either of these links:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/myapps.microsoft.com\/<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/learning-login\/<\/p>\n<p>2. If you have an existing LinkedIn Account, and are prompted to enter a password, you will use your UFV username, but your personal LinkedIn password.<\/p>\n<p>3. Connect: Connect your pre-existing LinkedIn Profile, if desired.<\/p>\n<p>After logging in, enrolling in a course is easy \u2013 just click play. Once you\u2019ve chosen a course on the platform, you can access it on your desktop computer, smart phone or tablet, 24\/7. You can also download your courses if you\u2019re going to be accessing lessons without an internet connection.<br \/>\nConnecting your UFV LinkedIn Learning account to your personal LinkedIn profile<br \/>\nWhen you are activating your account for the first time, you will be prompted to connect your LinkedIn Learning account to your personal LinkedIn account \u2013 this step is optional and the choice is up to you. If you aren&#8217;t sure, you have the option to connect your profile at a later time, or if you change your mind, you can also disconnect your profiles at any time<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Check out this huge variety of HR Learning Series workshops being offered this fall &#8211; there&#8217;s something for everyone! Sign up today. 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